The Dakota

2.5 star property
Family-friendly hotel with free breakfast and a 24-hour fitness center

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Courtyard
Courtyard
Free daily continental breakfast
Lobby

Reviews

5.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Gym
  • Laundry
  • Breakfast included

Explore the area

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3200 W. Russell, Sioux Falls, SD, 57107
  • Place, Denny Sanford Premier Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Sioux Falls Convention Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Sioux Empire Fairgrounds
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sioux Falls, SD (FSD-Sioux Falls Regional)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

Double Queen Room

  • 270 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

King Room

  • 270 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Studio

  • 270 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Sioux Falls

Located in Northwest Sioux Falls within a short walk of Elmwood Golf Course, The Dakota is within 2 miles (3 km) of Denny Sanford Premier Center. This 98-room hotel welcomes guests with free breakfast and conveniences like an indoor pool and a 24-hour gym.

What's nearby

  • Denny Sanford Premier Center - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Sioux Falls Convention Center - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Sioux Falls Arena - 3 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Sioux Empire Fairgrounds - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Sanford Pentagon - 3 min drive - 2.2 miles

Getting around

  • Sioux Falls Regional Airport (FSD) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Casey's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Casa Del Rey - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Casey's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Crooked Pint Ale House - ‬20 min walk

About this property

The Dakota

Family-friendly hotel with free breakfast and a 24-hour fitness center
The Dakota features an indoor pool, a children's pool, and a 24-hour gym. Free parking is available if you drive. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with tours or tickets, and answer any questions about the accommodations. Other amenities at this family-friendly hotel include free WiFi in public areas, a hot tub, and a 24-hour business center.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 50-inch TVs with satellite channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other amenities include microwaves, free local calls, and desks.
An indoor pool, a children's pool, and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a waterslide and a 24-hour fitness center.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Children's pool
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Waterslide

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room microwave
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Waterslide

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lever door handles
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 20
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 20

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from July 14 2025 to October 11 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Hot tub
  • Swimming pool
During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 25.00 per pet, per day
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total pets
  • Certain rooms only
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Pet fee: USD 25.00 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 20 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 20 (subject to availability)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with free RV, bus, and truck parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • Some facilities may be restricted. For more details, contact the property. Contact information can be found on your booking confirmation.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.
  • Parking has height restrictions.

Property is also known as

Brimark
Brimark Inn
Brimark Inn Sioux Falls
Brimark Sioux Falls
Dakotah Lodge
Dakotah Lodge
The Dakota Hotel
The Dakota Sioux Falls
The Dakota Hotel Sioux Falls
Dakotah Lodge of Sioux Falls
OYO Hotel Sioux Falls Airport SD
OYO Dakotah Lodge Waterpark Sioux Falls

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at The Dakota?

The Dakota offers free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at The Dakota?

As of Oct 25, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Dakota on Nov 3, 2025 start from $69.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What is there to do near The Dakota?

This hotel is situated in Northwest Sioux Falls within a short 12-minute walk of Elmwood Golf Course. You'll also find Denny Sanford Premier Center and Falls Park within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at The Dakota?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking and free RV/bus/truck parking are also available for guests.

Does The Dakota have a casino?

No, The Dakota doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Dakota?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool along with a hot tub. Guests have pool access between 9:00 AM and 10:00 PM.

What amenities will couples enjoy at The Dakota?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like an indoor pool plus some guestrooms include kitchenettes and separate bathtubs and showers.

Does The Dakota have a hot tub?

Yes, this hotel has a spa tub.

Does The Dakota feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

The Dakota offers free continental breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Will The Dakota allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at The Dakota for a fee of USD 25.00 per pet, per day.

Does The Dakota have connecting rooms?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

What is the closest airport to The Dakota?

The closest major airport to The Dakota is Sioux Falls Regional Airport (FSD), which is 3.7 mi away (6 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Dakota?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at The Dakota.

The Dakota Reviews

Reviews

5.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 177 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 194 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 184 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 231 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 214 out of 1000 reviews

6.0/10

Cleanliness

6.6/10

Staff & service

5.2/10

Amenities

5.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Thomas

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent thanks! 👍
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Melissa, Saskatoon

Traveled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Individuals making too much noise outside the hotel with dirt bikes. Too much moisture in the room. No hot food at the brrakfast, wasn't replenished.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Amanda

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Horrible

The pool was closed, we left a stuffed animal that had extreme sentimental value and we did not get it back
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Karol

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Brian, Sioux Falls

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Got checked in and went to room and our key cards did not work. Got them re-done and was able to get into the room. Left and came back around 2am to go to bed and once again our key cards would not work. Went to the front desk and had to call the Clerk to come in from outside to assist me. The then states that my reservation/check in did not save from earlier in the afternoon. So I had to check in all over again in the middle of the night and get my key cards redone. When we got back into our room we found Dirty Towels behind the door in the bathroom. On the counter there was a mystery liquid that was sticky. I would recommend looking for other options if possible.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Camille

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The photos on the website must have been taken years ago. The outside around the building and the courtyard were full of weeds and garbage. The pool is still not working. The downstairs rooms smelled awful and our room was not clean so we switched to an upstairs room when we arrived which was a little better. The rooms were okay but the sink had cigarette burns and parts of the carpet were crunchy. But there was hot water and the air conditioner worked. The lady that checked us in was very nice and I didn't get her name but the rest of the staff were marginal. We asked for new towels and they were given to us a few hours later unfolded since she didn't have time to fold them. Not a big deal but odd. All the linens had a funky smell. It appeared there were people living there that were a little sketchy. The chairs in the courtyard should have been replaced years ago. We would have switched hotels but went for a concert so everywhere close was booked. For the price it was tolerable but I wouldn't stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Mary

Traveled with group
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here one night for a concert. The lobby & outside of the building looked nice. The hallways to the rooms had a lot of areas that needed fixing, mainly paint & replacing trim. The room smelled almost barn-like. The floors were damp from humidity, which also made our clothes damp. The tub drain was plugged so the tub filled immediately when the water ran.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Anne

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Jeff

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Water damage stains on ceiling in room. Ceiling tiles hanging down. Looked like a blind 2 year old painted room. Pool was down with no discount. Had to have keys activated 4 different times. Breakfast was pathetic and coffee was empty at 9 with no refill. No safe in room. Front main door was malfunctioning.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Leon, Huron

Business traveler
Had to ask for extra pillow multiple times. Water pressure in bathroom sink was a dribble, shower got water all over the floor.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Heather

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
I would not stay at this motel again it’s very loud at night I watch people break into a car the motel smelled like weed throughout the whole building. People were sitting everywhere in parking lot in lawn chairs it was just very odd for a motel. I’m assuming that people live there on a normal week and that is why it has more of an apartment feel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Candace

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

kelly

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Christopher

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
They're trying really hard to make a nice property, but the pool and spa were both closed, the cleaning materials used in the public areas made me unwell, and I couldn't get sleep my last night due to the stuffiness of the room and feral children running in the hallway. There's a good beginning here but they have a way to go.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jessica

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We booked a stay for two nights, mostly due to the pool. Upon check-in, we were informed that the pool has been closed for over a week. We get to our room and it reeks of humid musty air. Like the basement of a very old home. The drain in the sink Was clogged and black hairs came up out of the drain. There was mold on the ceiling and in the AC unit. The electrical outlet underneath the table was hanging by the wires. The bed, however, it was very comfortable, and the sheets were very clean. We did not stay the second night and it’s been five days and I’m still waiting for my refund that I was told I would get.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Cullen

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Checked in and checked out 10 minutes later. Room smelled like pee, empty beer cans in garbage. Pizza topping on head board. Pool not in service. Terrible
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deb, Fort Dodge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice area
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Burt

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our basketball team arrived to find out the swimming pool was closed and they didn't bother to notify us ahead of time. I asked for a discount. But they haven't done anything about it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Bonnie

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Dakota is badly in need of renovation. The hall floors were filthy. There was no drain plug for the sink and the one for the tub was not attached. The wood on bathroom door was coming apart in several places. There was no iron and ironing board and there was no coffee pot in the room. When checking in, the staff person had her child there and she could not get any of my information spelled correctly, so check-in took way longer than it should have. And the parking lot needs to be repaved. I heard people outside of my room cursing profanities and I didn’t feel safe. I left as early as I could.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

James F.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Hondi

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
From a cleanliness and staff standpoint the standards were low. The buildings worn down. The ice machine had mold and the pool was out of service. I would not recommend this hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Jessica

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness

Decent for price

Check in was slow- but that’s because there was a new person training. Hallways were very humid. Walked into the room and looked really nice. Room was cool temp. Only complaint was that the shower walls were obviously not wiped down recently.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025